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More kids are using synthetic cocaine to get high

By Staff Writer

Kids who are finding it difficult to pay for illicit substances on the streets are beginning to create new versions of drugs using chemicals found in their own homes.

Recently, the southern region of the country was faced with the reality of kids using household items, such as potpourri, to give them a high. Now, variations of hard street drugs are growing in popularity, causing a stir among lawmakers and parents alike. Bath salts which have been altered to provide the same effect as cocaine are the new drug of choice among children, according to WMC-TV.

Kids who use excessive amounts of the synthetic cocaine are becoming addicted, leading legislators to believe that a ban may be necessary to control the problem. Salts are typically sold in tea bag amounts, which is just enough to provide users with a high, similar to what happens when cocaine is ingested, according to the news source.

Arkansas, Tennessee and Mississippi all recently instituted bans on ingredients found in synthetic marijuana cigarettes. However, the bath salts have yet to be pulled from store shelves and online shops.

More than 47 percent of teenagers say they can easily obtain cocaine, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. However, more kids are resorting cheaper alternatives for recreational purposes. Drug rehab centers can help individuals who have become dependent on synthetic substances. 

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